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Apprentice/Ground Hand

Columbus, OH · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Operate hand tools and small equipment safely under supervision. * Set up work zones, including traffic control and grounding systems. * Climb poles and structures under supervision (as skills ...

SPARKLIGHT COMMUNICATIONS LLC

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Apprentice/Ground Hand

Columbus, OH · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Operate hand tools and small equipment safely under supervision. * Set up work zones, including traffic control and grounding systems. * Climb poles and structures under supervision (as skills ...

Andritz

Structural Lathe Hand - 2nd Shift

Lancaster, OH

$18 - $23.75/hr

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: Lathes and drills with common accessories, overhead crane and hand trucks, various power grinders, precision measuring equipment, miscellaneous hand tools. MATERIALS: Carbon and ...

Andritz

Structural Lathe Hand - 2nd Shift

Lancaster, OH · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: Lathes and drills with common accessories, overhead crane and hand trucks, various power grinders, precision measuring equipment, miscellaneous hand tools. MATERIALS: Carbon and ...

Harbor Freight Tools

Retail Sales Associate

Delaware, OH · On-site

$16/hr

We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right ...

Harbor Freight Tools

Retail Sales Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$17/hr

We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right ...

Harbor Freight Tools

Retail Sales Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$17/hr

We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right ...

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Retail Stocking Associate

Heath, OH · On-site

$16.50/hr

We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right ...

Harbor Freight Tools

Retail Sales Associate

Delaware, OH · On-site

$16/hr

We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right ...

Harbor Freight Tools

Retail Sales Associate

Heath, OH · On-site

$16.50/hr

We offer our customers more than 7,000 tools and accessories, from hand tools and generators to air and power tools, from shop equipment to automotive tools. We provide our customers with the right ...

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Apprentice/Ground Hand

SPARKLIGHT COMMUNICATIONS LLC

Columbus, OH • On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

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Job description

Job Title: Ground Hand / Apprentice Lineman

Location: Columbus, OH
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

The Ground Hand / Apprentice Lineman assists linemen and crews in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground fiber optic systems. This role is an entry-level position that provides hands-on training and experience toward becoming an experienced Aerial Lineman. Competitive pay starting at 20+/Hr.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist linemen with the installation, maintenance, and repair of fiber optic lines and related equipment.
  • Load, unload, and move materials, tools, and equipment between trucks and work sites.
  • Maintain a clean and organized job site.
  • Operate hand tools and small equipment safely under supervision.
  • Set up work zones, including traffic control and grounding systems.
  • Climb poles and structures under supervision (as skills develop).
  • Perform ground operations such as wire pulling, guying, and rigging.
  • Follow company safety procedures and industry regulations (OSHA, DOT, etc.).
  • Support storm restoration and emergency response operations as needed, often on nights or weekends.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; completion of a lineman training program preferred but not required.
  • Valid driver’s license (CDL Class A preferred or ability to obtain).
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and desire to learn.
  • Willingness to travel and work extended hours as necessary.
  • Must pass drug screening and background check.

Skills and Attributes

  • Safety-conscious and dependable.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Problem-solving ability under field conditions.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Career Path

This position offers progression toward becoming an Aerial Lineman and eventually obtaining Foreman status through training, experience, and certification. This is the type of career, if you choose to pursue, that will demand a lot of you but is highly rewarding. Especially knowing the sky is ultimately the limit.

The Only Limit you have, is the one you put on yourself.